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Steering Gear: Service and Repair

NOTE: The content of this article/image reflects the changes called out by TSB: 05-03-08-008A.

The content of this article reflects the changes identified in TSB Bulletin No. #05-03-08-017 dated December 06, 2005.


SUBJECT: Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod-to-Steering Knuckle Nut Torque





Power Steering Gear Replacement

- Tools Required
- SA91 100C Tie Rod Separator

Removal Procedure





1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight ahead position and remove the key from the ignition.
2. Turn the wheel counter clockwise in order to lock the steering column in place.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Remove the front wheels.

Important: Do not rotate the intermediate shaft once separated from the gear. Possible damage or a malfunction could occur.

5. Remove the steering gear to intermediate shaft pinch bolt and discard.
6. Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear.





7. Remove both steering gear outer tie rod to knuckle nuts and discard the nuts.





Important: Do not attempt to separate the joint using a wedge type tool.

8. Use the SA91100C to separate the outer tie rods from the steering knuckles.





9. Remove the steering gear bolts.
10. Carefully remove the steering gear from the frame and the vehicle through the LH wheel opening.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the steering gear to the frame through the LH wheel opening.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the steering gear bolts.
- Tighten the bolts to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).





3. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear.
4. Install a new intermediate shaft pinch bolt.
- Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).





5. Install the outer tie rods to the steering knuckles.
6. Install new outer tie rod nuts.
- Tighten the steering linkage outer tie rod-to-steering knuckle nut to 25 Nm (18 lb ft) Plus 90 degrees
7. Install the front wheels.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Adjust the toe if necessary.